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Can Therapy Help Someone with NPD? Exploring Narcissistic Personality Disorder Treatment and Recovery Support
Narcissism is a term that often stirs strong emotions and misconceptions. While it’s easy to label someone as a “narcissist” based on selfish or egotistical behaviour, true Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a complex mental health condition that requires understanding, empathy, and often professional intervention.
How Small Daily Routines Can Make Recovery Easier
When you’re in recovery, whether it’s from addiction, surgery, trauma, or a mental health struggle, everything can feel like too much. Some days, even getting out of bed might feel like climbing a mountain. And, honestly, that’s completely valid. The truth is that...
How Strength Counselling Services Supports Mental Health Across Canada
Mental health is a cornerstone of overall well-being, yet it’s a topic often overlooked or misunderstood. At Strength Counselling, we’re committed to breaking down these barriers and making mental health support accessible to everyone across Canada.
Embracing Spring: How to Manage Seasonal Anxiety and Mood Changes
Struggling with seasonal anxiety or mood changes this spring? Discover practical self-care tips to improve your mental health, boost your mood, and embrace the renewal of the season. Learn how to manage seasonal transitions effectively.
Unlocking Healing: A Comprehensive Guide to Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
This evidence-based therapy is gaining widespread recognition for its ability to help people process and heal from distressing memories, often in ways that traditional talk therapy cannot. In this blog, we’ll delve into what EMDR is, how it works, who can benefit from it, and what to expect during a session.
How to Cope with Loneliness in Early Recovery
Early recovery can feel lonely, even when people are around. Old social circles may no longer be a good fit, and building new relationships takes time. Without familiar habits or support, isolation can become overwhelming. Loneliness in early recovery is normal, but...
Codependency Recovery: Healing Steps for Individuals Seeking Balance and Independence
Recovering from codependency is a transformative journey, one that requires self-awareness, intentional action, and a commitment to personal growth. If you’re seeking to break free from these patterns and find balance and independence, this blog will walk you through the healing process.
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT): A Comprehensive Guide
In this blog, we’ll explore what DBT is, its core principles, techniques, and how it can be applied to improve mental health. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of why DBT is such a powerful tool for emotional and psychological growth.
The Role of Therapy in Preventing Relapse and Maintaining Sobriety
Here, we’ll explore how therapy supports preventing relapse and maintaining sobriety, highlighting the importance of continuous emotional support and skill development. Therapy is more than treatment—it’s a lifelong tool for sustainable recovery.
Navigating Relationship Challenges: Managing Expectations and Communication
At Strength Counselling Services, we understand that every relationship is unique, and we’re here to support you in navigating these complexities. Our couples counselling services are designed to help you and your partner build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship.
Building Resilience for the New Year: A Mental Health Approach
We believe that fostering resilience is a cornerstone of mental health and well-being. In this blog, we’ll explore practical strategies to enhance your resilience, helping you navigate the ups and downs of the coming year with strength and grace.
Financial Stress and Its Effects on Mental Well-being
Indeed, money doesn’t buy happiness, but realistically, a lack of money can lead to unhappiness. In practice, people with unstable personal finances often don’t have the luxury of seeking the mental help they need or even being able to focus on their mental health instead of daily practicalities. When depressed or anxious, properly managing financial issues is difficult for a variety of reasons.